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WA51 USM

2001 Gilera Cougar

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Gilera Cougar5,848 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 USM
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2025
Pass 17 Feb 2024
Pass 11 Feb 2023
Pass 11 Dec 2021
Pass 24 Feb 2020 4,385 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 4,385 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 4,087 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 8 May 2013 4,087 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 4,077 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 3,973 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2005 3,750 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2005 3,750 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Gilera Cougar?

Based on 7,923 MOT tests across 1,170 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
624
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,170
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 386
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 372
Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) 320
Drive chain excessively loose 235
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 190
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WA51 USM is a 2001 Gilera Cougar in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Gilera Cougar models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 5,848 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Gilera Cougar fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 386 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA51 USM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Gilera Cougar typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Gilera Cougar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WA51 USM registered?

WA51 USM is a 2001 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 8 December 2001.

Is WA51 USM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA51 USM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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